Thesis (M.Dev.) --University of Limpopo, 2010 / The purpose of this study was to determine the socio-economic impact of tourism
on communities around the tourist destinations and tourist attractions, with
specific reference to the Pilanesberg National Park and the specific impact it has
on the communities around it. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods
were used and 252 respondents responded positively by filling in questionnaires.
Interviews were conducted with the Pilanesberg National Park management.
The research findings reveal that the communities around the Pilanesberg
National Park, specifically Mogwase, Moruleng, Ledig and Mabele-a-pudi are
benefiting from the National Park through employment. Findings also indicate
that the National Park is contributing positively towards the local economy of the
area and the development of the communities. At the same time, however, the
research findings indicate that the national park is impacting negatively on the
local communities by contributing to the increasing cost of services.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:ul/oai:ulspace.ul.ac.za:10386/913 |
| Date | January 2010 |
| Creators | Mochechela, Maria Mologade |
| Contributors | Sebola, M.P., Tsheola, J.P. |
| Publisher | University of Limpopo (Turfloop Campus) |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
| Format | xiii, 140 leaves : ill. |
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